Museum Of History (bao Tang Lich Su)

Distance from Ho Chi Minh Airport: 2.6mi / 4.2km

It first opened its doors in 1929. The Museum houses a unique collection of artefacts from Vietnam’s two thousand years of recorded history. A statue of the Buddha with 1,000 eyes and 1,000 arms is also part of this superb collection.
Address: Nguyen Binh Khiem (Saigon’s Zoo)
Phone: +84 (0)8298146

Unification/independence Palace (dinh Doc Lap)

Distance from Ho Chi Minh Airport: 4mi / 6.5km

The former presidential palace, significant for its role in the Vietnam conflict, is a fascinating building preserved almost exactly as it was in 1966.

Emperor Jade Pagoda (den Ngoc Hoang)

Distance from Ho Chi Minh Airport: 4mi / 6.4km

There are many beautiful pagodas (temples) in Ho Chi Minh, Emperor Jade is considered by many to be the finest and most lavishly decorated. The architectural style is heavily influenced by southern China.
Subway: Dakao, District 1

Cho Lon (chinatown)

Distance from Ho Chi Minh Airport: 4.9mi / 7.9km

Separated from the main section of the city by the Saigon River, this is one of Saigon’s oldest and most mysterious parts. Don’t miss the overwhelming Binh Tay Market where you’ll get uncanny glimpses into everyday life in Saigon. Touring the bustling place in the morning is a real experience! Cho Lon is also home to some of the best Pagodas in town, Quan Am is the oldest one.
Address: West, District 5